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Rabbi's Sermons and Messages
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Written by Rabbi Seymour Rossel
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Tuesday, 04 March 2008 |
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Respect for architects and artists helps to preserve their names for generations. But there may be more to a name than the smell of a rose.
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Rabbi's Sermons and Messages
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Written by Rabbi Seymour Rossel
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Sunday, 17 February 2008 |
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In this week's portion Titzaveh, instructions are given for the ordination of the High Priests and for the incense altar on which only they are allowed to sacrifice. This gave rise to thoughts of prayer and how prayer can work.
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Written by Rabbi Seymour Rossel
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Sunday, 03 February 2008 |
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An angel to lead the Jewish people and a command to destroy the "pillars" of the Canaanites and other peoples of the Promised Land leads to a bit of speculation about the meaning of pillars and the consequences for us.
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Written by Rabbi Seymour Rossel
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Sunday, 27 January 2008 |
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In this election year, it is appropriate that we take a closer look at what constitutes great leadership and the way in which people choose great leaders. This sermon draws on a survey conducted by two sociologists (Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner) in 1993.
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Written by Rabbi Seymour Rossel
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Sunday, 20 January 2008 |
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We thank Kathleen Blumenthal for her inspiring report on the recent URJ Bienniel and for her contribution of a copy of the new Women's Commentary on the Torah to our Temple library. We look forward to reading and using it for many years to come.
This weekend was also the annual commemoration for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., so I felt constrained to say a few words to frame our thoughts about Dr. King and the Civil Rights movement. It's a bit less than a sermon, but I think it may serve as a fitting memorial. See if you agree.
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